1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Chrysler Voyager.
Because 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Voyager. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Chrysler Voyager | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Eldorado | Voyager |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3078 mm |